The Ballet Manila Archives is the repository of documents, print, photographic, audio and video materials and memorabilia relating to the history of Ballet Manila and the life and career of its founder, prima ballerina Lisa Macuja-Elizalde. This site is powered by Ms. Elizalde and Project Art, Inc.
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On June 1, 2013, Ballet Manila presented a special production – a gathering of Filipino ballet stars working with various companies around the world.
In this clip, we hear the voice of Shaz explaining the many challenges of becoming Prince Siegfried.
On Mother’s Day, we take a look at scenes from Ballet Manila’s productions of Swan Lake that show this woman in her maternal element – loving, affectionate, reassuring.
Whether used as a symbol to underscore certain themes or as an element that is purely decorative, flowers undeniably create an impact or add visual appeal to a ballet.
hirty young students – 21 girls and nine boys – have taken their first steps towards a possible career in dance.
“What defies comprehension even more is that the frequency of the concerts in no way affected their quality, each being excellent in its distinctive fashion.”
This clip features some of the highlights from the 2003 world premiere of Ballet Manila’s Swan Lake.
Three Filipinina artists. Two nights. One show.
Lisa is proud that Ballet Manila has been the home of classics, continuing to present ballets created over a century ago.
We take a peek at those moments when instruments hit the right notes in Ballet Manila productions.
“It would not be surprising if Ballet Manila would soon be the Philippines' definitive classical dance company."“
In the thick of preparations for The Pearl Gala, the show that opens Ballet Manila's 30th anniversary in March, Lisa is in a nostalgic mood as she recalls moments shared with both men.
Ballet Manila celebrates a special milestone as a professional dance company with its performance season titled Ballet Manila @30.
“We’re only a month old, but what an exciting, fulfilling month it has been.”
